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The Midlife ManifestoBrandi MacDonald - Polyvagal Theory: Your Vagus Nerve & the Science of Safety & ConnectionBrandi MacDonald is a sought-after speaker, mentor, and educator in chiropractic and wellness, specializing in nervous system regulation, leadership, and human behavior. With nearly two decades of experience, she has helped thousands of chiropractors build thriving, principle-driven practices through neuroscience, communication, and patient care.As co-founder of The Informed Chiropractor, Brandi and her husband, Dr. Don MacDonald, travel globally, teaching chiropractors how to integrate polyvagal principles, enhance patient outcomes, and strengthen their businesses. Brandi created Body by Brandi: From Burnout to Badass to help women over 40 optimize their health.Known for her no-nonsense, heart-centered approach, Br...2025-05-231h 00The Midlife ManifestoClare Young - Wills & Midlife: a Non-NegotiableLet's Get our Sh*t together in Midlife! Join experienced solicitor Clare Hambleton as she demystifies wills, trusts, and estate planning. With 25+ years advising high-net-worth clients, business owners, & midlifers in any situation, Clare shares practical tips to help you protect your assets, plan for the future, and navigate life’s legal milestones with confidence.Clare's Details:Clare has worked as an experienced Wills and Estate Planning solicitor for 25 years helping people to put their affairs in order and make sure their loved ones benefit in the most tax efficient and protected way. 2025-05-101h 06The Midlife ManifestoLindsay Cressey - Money L PlatesLindsay Cressey, creator of Money L Plates®, is a trailblazer in redefining the relationship between women and money. With a mission to foster confidence, wisdom, and financial freedom, Lindsay’s approach goes beyond numbers to focus on money mindset and empowerment. Her expertise as a dual-qualified lawyer and teacher, certified money coach and investor uniquely positions her to deliver a holistic approach to money and deeply impactful work through her private client coaching practice, aimed primarily at female entrepreneurs, and in her educational masterclasses.Website: https://lindsaycressey.com/ For Private Coaching, contac...2025-04-281h 17The Midlife ManifestoDenny Davis - Abundantly Sober: Sustainable SobrietyDenny Davis is a Holistic Lifestyle Coach who supports sober curious women redefine their relationships with alcohol to live their life feeling confident and in control.Denny's Details:Email: denny@abundantlysober.com2025-03-191h 09The Midlife ManifestoFran Recchia - Midlife Journey to Iron Man: The Mindset Needed to Achieve Any Goal for a Purpose Driven LifeDive in to what it takes to achieve a BIG goal. Ex-military, mother of 2, Iron Man Triathlete, and as gritty as they get - if you have a goal, go get it! It might take 5.5 hours on a turbo on a Sunday in February when nobody is watching, it could be learning something new and all the frustrations that comes with it - whatever it is, it's all about the journey, and its hard work. Midlife, motherhood, marriage, discipline, injuries, purpose, feathers & a brainwash in the background. We only have 1 beautiful, adventurous life, so LIVE it.2025-02-201h 47The Midlife ManifestoAli Mortimer - Human Design Made Simple, Midlife Pivots & ForgivenessOn today's episode, Ali Mortimer shares her journey and how she turned her life around after PTSD, Clinical Depression, and a variety of mental health diagnoses. She shares the tools she used, including Human Design, to rebuild her life and create a life that was once just a dream.Ali's Details:Website:https://www.alimortimer.com/Email: ali@alimortimer.comInstagram:@alimortimer_thejoycoach2025-02-121h 08The Midlife ManifestoTracy Donachie - Perfecting PerfectionismIn today's episode, Arleen and Dr Tracy Donachie discuss perfectionism in life and sport, and how it can hold us back or be our superpower.
Tracy's Details:
Dr Tracy Donachie, Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology, Chartered Psychologist and Associate Fellow with the British Psychological Society, Sport and Exercise Psychologist in Training with British Association of Sport and Exercise Science. PhD in Perfectionism, MSc in Performance Psychology, and BSc in Psychology, Human Services Counselling, and Sociology. Yoga teacher.
Tracy's Website: https://www.tracydonachie.co.uk/about2025-01-291h 08The Midlife ManifestoLucy Hurn - Train...Like A GirlShould women train differently than men? Lucy Hurn, triathlete and coach, explains why the resounding answer is YES.
Lucy's Details:
Lucy Hurn is the UK’s first Mental Health and Exercise Triathlon Coach, working with a wide range of female clients.
Her coaching combines over a decade of experience as a triathlon coach, the power of mindset coaching as a qualified Mental Health and Exercise and Life Coach and a passion for working with women to strengthen their relationship with exercise and their body and build their confidence about what they...2025-01-271h 06The Midlife ManifestoOrla Rhodes - Age Gracefully With or Without Cosmetic HelpIn episode 2 of The Midlife Manifesto, Arleen Scholten and Orla Rhodes discuss the pros and cons of plastic surgery and what's on offer within the cosmetics industry.
Orla's Details:
Orla Rhodes (BDS, FDS, RCS) Director of Coppergate Clinic
Coppergate Clinic: https://www.coppergateclinic.co.uk/2025-01-2453 minThe Midlife ManifestoDebbie Townsend - Intermittent Fasting...Like A GirlOn the first episode of The Midlife Manifesto, Arleen Scholten and Debbie Townsend chat all things intermittent fasting for women.
Debbie's Details:
Dr Debbie Townsend, Doctor of Chiropractic and Lifestyle Expert
Website: www.completelifestyle.co.uk2025-01-221h 21
Health Crash RadioFeaturing Chiropractor Arleen Scholten: The Rollercoaster of Life, Stress & CopingThe lovely Arleen Scholten Chiropractor, Mum, Podcaster and Marathoner joins me and we get into all the free things we can do to help ride the inevitable yet unpredictable ups and downs in life.In this episode we cover:The role of stress in every chronic illnessThe importance of the microbiome to your healthy immune functionWhy exercise and movement has become a modern-day deficiencyThe stress, mood and endorphin improving benefits of movement and exerciseWhat mindset arms you to ride through...2022-02-1433 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastPSYCH-K®: Reprogramming the subconscious mind to transform life and health - With Louise SaundersLouise is a mum to two girls and has been a Chiropractor for twenty years.
Newly wed, she moved out to the Caribbean where she set up the first practice on island as well as experiencing great adventures commuting by boat!
Knowing there was more, Louise travelled to the nearby US to further her Chiropractic work and to explore our powerful mind/body connection. On return to the UK, she set up her own practice in Berkshire where this work revolutionised how she practiced and she witnessed the power of working with the mind...2021-07-0338 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastThe Gut and It's Importance to our Health, Hormones and Immune System - With Clare SmithToday we will be diving into the Gut with all its bugs and beauty with Naturopath Clare Smith. Why is this 'not so new discover' so important for our health, hormones and immune systems. Where did it go wrong, and how can we fix it.
For years Clare struggled with erratic moods, bloating, frequent panic attacks, low energy, physical pain and inflammation. This eventually lead her to learn about Functional Medicine and Holistic Health.
Her goal is not only to relieve suffering but to enable women to take responsibility for their...2021-05-121h 06
Highly Functional Females PodcastEmotional Freedom Techniques - With Claire TurnerClaire is an EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) Coach who first discovered and used EFT to help control her rising stress levels when working in a very high pressured role. She then went on to use it to start and grow her own business.
Her specialty is helping women in business overcome the subconscious blocks and limiting beliefs that are keeping them stuck and causing procrastination, so that they can achieve more confidence, more success and more happiness.
Claire Turner:
You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIsHPWyrUKkNdcsOFj0TOzA
Website: https://claireturnereft.com/2021-05-051h 01
Highly Functional Females PodcastBuilding Successful Sustainable Businesses with Purpose - With Tatiana GladTatiana Glad is an entrepreneur and sustainability practitioner. She is founder and director of Impact Hub Amsterdam, a centre for impact entrepreneurship: where people are starting and growing enterprises with a focus on sustainability and innovation. She is an appointed expert to the City of Amsterdam’s Action program on Social Entrepreneurship as well as sits on the University of Amsterdam Business School Sustainability Board. Tatiana is also co-founder of Waterlution in Canada. Her Masters degree in Responsible Business Practice thesis focused on change agents in multinational organisations. With her interest in personal health as well as planetary health, sh...2021-04-2847 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastBreathe & Freeze. Why we love it? It’s no longer a fad, we’ve got the science - With Emma Estrela CorrieEmma is an officially certified instructor of The Breathing Class by Dr.Belisa Vranich and Wim Hof Method (WHM) Instructor, the only Level 3 WHM instructor in the UK, the highest possible. She is an international speaker and an ambassador for the WHM. Since becoming an instructor in 2017 she has led retreats and workshops in the UK and across Europe and worldwide. Her life has been a powerful and optimistic story of growth and change. Wim Hof is also known as The Ice Man and has brought science into the art of cold emersions. We can no longer call it...2021-04-2148 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastYour Posture… Better Function, better health & looks great on the runway - With Monica HenshawA lifelong passion of striving for the best she can give, has meant Monica has attended more courses that she cares to share. Currently chair of the Royal College of Chiropractor’s orthopaedic, rehabilitation and exercise faculty and sits on the British Chiropractic Association’s x-ray standards committee. She has conducted several chiropractic mission trips to Cuba and India. Monica is regularly asked to perform speaking engagements and has spoken at United Chiropractic Association and Scottish Chiropractic Association events. Monica was also the first female in Europe to qualify in CBP (idealspine.com) in 2005 and then again one of only...2021-04-1455 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastGo Confidently in the Direction of Your Dreams - With Jules WymanJules Wyman is a woman who dreams of being out of a job. Not so she can spend all day watching Real Housewives in a onesie…but because she believes that only when confidence coaching is no longer needed will it mean people are enjoying genuinely fulfilling lives. Until then, she is on a mission as The Confidence Coach to help people have trust and faith in themselves, and to replace meaningless quick fixes with authentic living. Jules has become one of the UKs top coaches in this field by following her own path to authentic confidence, as well as...2021-04-0744 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastEver thought of what chemicals are in your sanitary products? - With Mariah Mansvelt BeckMariah is Yoni’s Co-founder and CEO, a mother, has worked for Doctors without Borders, is a regular public speaker on personal development and female entrepreneurship, a TEDx speaker, and a Yin Yoga Instructor. Yoni is a fem care brand on a mission to not only offer organic and sustainable cotton tampons, pads and panty liners on mainstream shelves but also to break the taboo on menstruation and talking about vaginas. A health scare at 30 and a recommendation from her doctor to switch to organic cotton tampons to avoid irritation lead her down a path she didn’t se...2021-03-3141 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastFinding Clarity Amongst Chaos - With Andrea MorrisonAndrea’s journey into Personal Development as a Transformational Coach started years ago following ‘burn out’ from practising as a Barrister in a busy UK based practice specialising in Employment Law. She was listed in the Legal 500 and had been appointed Treasury Counsel, which she was balancing with having 3 young children and a husband who was also working full time. Sound somewhat familiar? Is it a wonder we burn out? Join me on this podcast as I interview Andrea about her journey away from a career she dreamed of for so long, to what finally made her take a...2021-03-2440 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastWomen's Health and Hormones - With Veronica HopeIn this episode I talk to Chiropractor Veronica Hope about women's health and hormones and how they affect perimenopause and menopause. Veronica gives us some great tips to biohack this stage of our lives. Veronica also tells us about the DUTCH Test.
Veronica Hope has been in active practice for over 30 years, graduating from the Phillip Institute Technology, in Melbourne Australia. Together with her husband Scott they have established, built and continue to evolve Hope Spinal Wellness Canterbury into a Functional Chiropractic model of practice. Veronica was honoured to be nominated and awarded UCA chiropractor of...2021-03-2147 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastSustainable Food & Farming for a Healthier Future - With Eleanor FletcherReally excited to be interview Eleanor Fletcher a former brand management director for a children’s book publisher in London turned franchisee for vegetable box producer Riverford Organic Farmers in York (UK). Today we learn about the immense health benefits of choosing local organic food and the impact on sustainable and regenerative farming. Lots of bugs and bacteria in our soil end up in our gut and that is a great thing.
Eleanor Fletcher:
www.riverford.co.uk
FB: @RiverfordYorkEastRiding
Insta: @riverfordyorkhull
(Episode recorded September 2020).2021-03-1747 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastHealth, Aging, and Living Life at 78 - With Dicky ScholtenOne of my favorite interviews, with one of my favorite people. I wish we could all pause, listen and learn from those around us who have truly experienced life. My Mom, Dicky Scholten, is a WW2 baby, a mother of 3, a widow married for 48 years, a cancer survivor and the biggest life lover I have ever met. Aging doesn’t have to be painful and dull. It can be full of fun, laughter and albums full of memories. I hope you enjoy!
(Episode recorded July 2020)2021-03-101h 01
Highly Functional Females PodcastGut, Mood & Hormones - With Sally DuffinHot topic in today's episode. Nutritionist Sally Duffin and I discuss the link between our gut, our micro biome and the role these bacteria play on our mood and our hormones. The average adult human contains 30 Trillion cells and even more bacteria. We are more dirt than we are human cells. The research is exploding on this topic and allows us to better understand and empower us to take control over our mental and physical health naturally.
Sally Duffin:
www. nutritioninyork.co.uk
FB: @nutritioninyork
(Episode recorded September 2020)2021-03-0338 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastMotherhood, Careers, Dreams & Shoes - With Melissa SandfordMelissa Sandford is a mother of six, is married to a Chiropractor and has been an integral part of Chiropractic in Europe for over 30 years. Owning and managing 3 independent practices has taught her the value of entrepreneurship blended with an incredible business savvy. Balancing career and motherhood isn’t always a walk in the park, Melissa inspires women to take some risks and go for the gold and to stop at nothing and go for ‘The Thing’ that lights your fire.
Melissa Sandford:
www.melissasandford.com
Instagram: @missysandford
Facebook: @melissa.sandford
(Episod...2021-02-2451 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastHealth Journey with Chronic Fatigue - With Megan LilburneToday I interview Megan Lilburne, Chiropractor, and life lover. Chronic fatigue can often be a debilitating and energy zapping health expression. Learn how a Chiropractor heals from Chronic Fatigue by digging deep and seeking answers to why her body was feeling so run down at such a young age and how she healed naturally with food, and supplementation. Finding the solution is much easier when we start asking the correct questions.
Megan Lilburne:
www.heartchiropracticbrighton.co.uk
Instagram: @heart_chiropractic_brighton
Facebook: @heartchiropractic
(Episode recorded April 2020)2021-02-1718 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastMeditation for Mind & Body….wandering thoughts are normal - With Dr Maryellen StephensToday we dive into the world of meditation, the science, and the powerful impact regular practice has on our mental and physical health with Dr Maryellen Stephens, Chiropractor, certified Heart Math trainer, coach, mother of 2 and a regular at Dr Joe Dispenza’s meditation retreats. I was happy to learn that a wandering mind is normal and part of mastering this daily practice.
Dr Maryellen Stephens:
www.family-chiro.co.uk
FB: @familychiroredruth
(Episode recorded June 2020)2021-02-1046 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastSurviving and Thriving Post Tsunami 2004 - With Louise HarrandMeet Louise Harrand, mother of 3 amazing children, trained teacher, Yoga Instructor, owner of Yoga Bomb in York (UK), and Tsunami survivor. A truly inspiring story of a woman who hit rock bottom and her drive to heal and thrive post a near death experience. What makes one wake up one day and decide enough is enough , I CAN do this. Listen to Lou’s inspiring story of survival and learn how to thrive.
Louise Harrand:
www.yogabombyork.com
Instagram: @yogabombyork
Facebook: @yogabombyork
(Episode recorded October 2020)2021-02-0350 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastThe Joy of Homeschooling - With Kelly-Jane McLaughlinIn her life Kelly has had a few hats that she is proud to wear and she wears them well. Kelly has been a Chiropractor for over 16 years, she was voted Chiropractor of the Year in 2013, she is married to Chiropractor Liam with whom she has 3 lovely boys, all of which were natural home births, and homeschooled from the start. This episode was a true awakening for me, as my perception of homeschooling could not have been further from the incredible picture Kelly paints for us. I am inspired to take some tips on board, especially the...2021-01-2739 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastThe Unregulated Cosmetics Industry & Arbonne’s Vision - With Debbie TownsendToday I interview Debbie Townsend, a Chiropractor, Mother of 3 and Independent Consultant at Arbonne Cosmetics. Learn from a health expert how changing your daily cosmetics habits could have a profound impact on your health, your hormones and our environment. Arbonne Cosmetics are part of a growing list of certified B Corporations, which are businesses that meet the highest standards of verified social and environmental performance.
Debbie Townsend Arbonne Independent Consultant UK - Author of Get Off Your Iceberg
www.debbiesaxton.arbonne.com
www.completelifestyle.com
Facebook: Debbie Townsend Arbonne Independent Consultant
2021-01-2754 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastCoping During & Post Lockdown - With Dr Tracy DonachieGreat interview during the first lockdown in the UK, discussing coping mechanisms and why some of us react differently to others. Learn from an expert how our brain works in shock or ‘trauma’, how we can control our mind and get through stressful events, why lockdowns are very challenging for perfectionists and how to create awareness and coping mechanisms for now and for future challenges.
Dr Tracy Donachie (CPsychol FHEA, Chartered Psychologist, Visiting Lecturer - Sport Psychology - University of Strathclyde, Yoga Instructor)
www.believepositivepsychology.weebly.com
Instagram: @tdon_bepositive
Twitter: @tdona005
2021-01-2724 min
Highly Functional Females PodcastThe Benefits of Breathwork - With Charlie MoultToday I interview Charlie Moult, Chiropractor practicing in London UK, meditation & breath work coach, and founder of Source Breath work. Her passion for helping people reach their optimum through body work came from her own life changing experiences of this work. Charlie shares her beliefs that our potential is limitless and it is her passion to tap into this for individuals and businesses. Today Charlie shares the science behind breath work and some simple exercises you can implement straight away and start tapping into your own potential.
Charlie Moult:
www. sourcebreathwork.com
Insta: @source...2021-01-1122 min